Pumpkin Butter Alfajores
This twist on the Classic South American Alfajores is like a Pumpkin Pie in Cookie Form! The Pumpkin Butter is so Easy to Prepare, and both the Cookies and the Filling are Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and have No Refined Sugar.
I’m stepping a little outside of my comfort zone with this recipe! It happens to be: 1) Gluten-Free, 2) Dairy-Free, and 3) Free of Refined Sugar.
Bet ya never thought you’d find that kinda thing on Baking a Moment!
To be honest, I never thought I would either!! Truth be told, it’s all in the name of friendship.
My good friend Nora, who blogs over at A Clean Bake, is having a verrrrry busy week. I’m talking wedding dress fitting, flower appointment, makeup trial, and bridal shower kinda busy. 😉
Her wedding is in a little over a month. I’m so happy for her. I want her to enjoy every second of this incredible milestone in her life. She shouldn’t have to waste a single moment worrying about posting on her blog. So-> I’m handling that for her today!
I made a few ingredient substitutions to the traditional South American alfajores recipe, just to make them extra gentle on sensitive tummies. The texture just melts in your mouth, and the flavor is so perfect for fall- especially with this easy-peasy (and healthy!) pumpkin butter filling. It’s just like a mini pumpkin pie, but it cookie form. And healthy!
Click on over to A Clean Bake to read all about it and download the recipe! And be sure to tell Nora I sent you!
Hey, love the new design!!!! woot woot!!
Thanks Alice! I’m excited 🙂
Allie! What a sweet friend you are. I LOVE that you stepped out of your comfort zone because these alfajores sound so so decadent! And the photos are gorgeous!
Thank you so much, Sarah! I actually had a lot of fun with the challenge. Sometimes limitations like that can really bring out your creativity! And I’d do anything for Nora; she’s such a doll!
You are seriously the sweetest Allie! Love that you are guest posting for Nora so she can concentrate on wedding planning but you also made treats that are gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free that are totally out of this world. They look amazing – love that you filled them with homemade pumpkin butter too – they’re absolutely perfect – pinning 🙂
Aw, thank you so much Kelly! What can I say, I feel like I really owe it to Nora, she’s been such an incredible and supportive friend to me!
Hey Allie! Beautiful blog you have! So glad you posted on Nora’s site, else it would have taken me longer to land here! I’ve never had alfajores, but they look/sound delightful. I’m really excited about the pumpkin filling! Thanks, Allie!
I’m so happy you clicked over, Traci! Thanks so much for the sweet compliments and for saying hello!
Woo-hoo! Way to get away from the usual. They look fantastic for being sugar free. How sweet of you to help out a friend.
Have a blessed day!
You too my dear! And thank you 😉
These are gorgeous! I have never made alfajores, but I see that is going to have to change!
It was a first for me too, but I had a lot of fun with them. And hubby really loved them! Thanks for the sweet comment, Mallory 🙂
Wow, I can’t believe these cookies are gluten-free, refined sugar free and dairy free! They look incredibly delicious. I just headed over to check out the recipe and I love the cute little heart shapes too!
Thanks Ashley! I can’t believe it either, lol! They actually tasted really good; my husband loved them. And I had a lot of fun with them. So glad you liked! 🙂
This is a great idea! I’ve made Chocolate Nutella Alfajores before but your combination sounds amazing! Perfect for the fall.
They would be awesome with Nutella- I actually knocked that idea around too but since I was trying to avoid refined sugar… Anyhow thanks so much for the great feedback, Marisela! I’m so happy you popped by and I hope to see you here again! 😀
Awww, this is what blogging friends are for. It’s great that you’re helping Nora out. I remember the stress of wedding planning. Oy! These alfajores look incredible, Allie. You’re brilliant for making pumpkin butter! Heading over right now to check out your post.
Oh I know, the stress of it all is so crazy! I can’t even imagine trying to blog through all of that. Of course I’d help Nora out; she’s always been so supportive of me in every way. Thanks so much Nancy, hope you’re having a great week, sweetie!
Pumpkin alfajores?! You’re a genius.
Love the fall spin on this!
Thanks Graham! What can I say you can’t call yourself a food blogger if you’re not doing pumpkin recipes right now, right? 😉
These look so good! And Pumpkin butter? Such a fabulous idea with so many possibilities. It’s lovely of you to support your friend Nora too. 🙂 Checking out her blog now!
Yay! I think you’ll love Nora and her blog. Her photography is amazing and her recipes are incredible. Thanks for the sweet comment, Meggan; hope you enjoy!
What a perfect recipe for Nora! These look amazing – going to check out the recipe now!
Aw, thanks Cate! Hope you enjoy sweetie! xo
These are absolutely gorgeous Allie! That pumpkin butter filling is calling my name 🙂
The pumpkin butter is by far the best part, lol! Thanks Trish! <3
These look absolutely perfect … but all of your creations do, Allie!
You are too kind, Helen! Thank you so much friend!
I love alfajores. . love this spin, Allie!! gorgeous!!
Oh, yay! I don’t know how authentic they really are, but Mr. Allie sure loved them! Thanks for the sweet comment Alice; see you soon!
Look at you, Allie, making strictly delicious treats! I absolutely LOVE these! I’ll need to try them with tapioca starch instead of corn starch. YAY!!!! <3
Haha! Yes I guess I can pull one together every once in a while, but for the most part, I’m leaving it to you experts, lol! Thanks for the sweet comment Lina and you’ll have to let me know how they turn out, if you try it 😉
Allie, these look so awesome, especially since they are gluten and dairy free! I’m always looking for tasty GF desserts since some of my family and friends have gluten intolerances. This is such a lovely fall treat!
Thank you so much, Amy! We really liked the taste, despite the fact that they were allergen free. Thanks so much for the sweet comment! <3
You’re the sweetest Allie! These sound INCREDIBLE. I can’t believe they’re gluten, dairy, and refined sugar free! Definitely clicking over, I need this recipe!
I can’t believe it either, lol! They tasted really good though, and they were pretty simple to make. Thanks so much Mary Frances and I hope you enjoy! xo
How sweet of you to help Nora out. I’m sure she greatly appreciates it.
The alfajores look stunning, Allie!
Nora is a great friend; I’m happy to do it! Plus I got some really tasty cookies out of the deal 😉 Thank you, Jen Lynn!
Very fun! I’ve still never made alfajores, but it is on my baking bucket list this year! Love the pumpkin spin on this one.
Thanks, Laura! Probably not authentic at all, but they were pretty tasty!